Driving from Brest to Le Havre
Le Havre lies 357 km (222 mi) east of Brest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 27 min without stops, over roughly 436 km (271 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Brest | Le Havre | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 144,899 | 185,972 |
| Elevation | 49 m (161 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Postal codes | 29200–29827 CEDEX 9 | 76050 CEDEX–76620 |
Where to book car hire from Brest to Le Havre
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Staying in Le Havre
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Common questions
How far is Le Havre from Brest?
357 km (222 mi) in a straight line, east of Brest; by road roughly 436 km (271 mi).
How long does it take to get from Brest to Le Havre by car?
About 5 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Brest and Le Havre?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.